Waldorf Essentials

Waldorf Essentials

Hosted by: Melisa and Erik Neilsen

Who are we? I’m Melisa! A mom of five children with only two left at home. I’ve been a wife, an ex-wife and a wife again. Two of my children have spectrum struggles. My oldest has ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and my...

Episodes

296. {Auriel's Light } Tips for Homeschooling the Middle and High School Years

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Rhythms of Learning by Trostli https://amzn.to/3QPhaR4 Rudolf Steiner's Curriculum for Waldorf Schools by Karl Stockmeyer https://amzn.to/44ISVtw The Tasks and Content of the Steiner-Waldorf Curriculum by Kevin Avison...
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295. { Auriel's Light } Virtual Waldorf Homeschool Lessons

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Ms. Jaia shares: Her experience of working virtually and in a brick n' mortar. The benefits of a virtual classroom.  How she reaches the students through the screen so that the screen disappears and what is left is...
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294. Save Guilt for Sin

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to "save guilt for sin." As a parent we are going to mess up.  Go apologize and do better next time.  Don't beat yourself up! You can also find us on all podcast...
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293. Feminine Aspects of the Waldorf Curriculum

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares a topic that is often brought up in Waldorf Groups.  Feminine aspects of the curriculum.  - It's important to read the stories ahead of time.  - Connect with the stories.  -...
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292. { Auriel's Light } Melisa's Health Journey

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Waldorf Essentialshttps://www.waldorfessentials.com/Seasons of Seven Virtual School https://www.seasonsofseven.com/If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child...
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291. Homeschooling Without Burn Out

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials takes on a big topic today!   You're going to want paper and pen to take notes.   - 80/20    - The key comments to Waldorf homeschooling without burn out   - How do you make the...
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290. From Struggle to Peace

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials supports you in your - Parenting - Partnering  - Homeschooling  - and most importantly in your inner work   This is one of those things where if you turn it from a struggle to a...
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289. I See You and I'm Here to Help With Homeschooling, Parenting and Partnering

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Hi, I'm Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials   I'm here to match my energy to your effort. Let's get you to the space you want to be in for your parenting, partnering, and Waldorf homeschooling.    Thinking, Feeling,...
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288. Cultivating Quiet Time

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials answers the question most families have. "How do you create daily quiet time?" - Rhythm is key, when you are consistent and the children know what's coming next they do not...
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287. The Progression of Writing in Your Waldorf Homeschooling

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials guides us through the progression of writing in Waldorf Homeschooling. This is a much different approach than other schooling options.  - The Main Lesson Book - Summaries - Copy...
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286. { Auriel's Light } End of Year Homeschool Tip to Enjoy This Time

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Yes, Melisa knows the difference between the Roman Colosseum and the Parthenon.....  Learn more about Planning for Peace  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Need support? Send us an email at...
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285. I Have Bad Days

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Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials received the question: "You must never have bad days?" She does, and this is how she navigates them.  Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+...
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